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LOT 0786
Roman Gilt Bronze Crossbow Brooch
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
3 3/8 in. (56 grams, 86 mm).
With collared onion-knop finials, keeled deep bow and short chamfered foot; pin in situ.
Provenance
Acquired in Switzerland, 1997.
Private collection, Europe.
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LOT 0786
Roman Gilt Bronze Crossbow Brooch
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
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